Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in Salem, MA (136 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in Salem that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

Traders Row

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Halstead Salem Station

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16 Mason St

144 North St

5A Ropes St

5 Ropes St

100 Tremont St

7 Balcomb St

217-221 Essex St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Salem?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Salem Pet Friendly Studio Apartments | $2,085 | $1,050 | $6,036 |
Salem Pet Friendly 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,621 | $1,350 | $6,943 |
Salem Pet Friendly 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,110 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
Salem Pet Friendly 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,100 | $2,400 | $4,745 |
Salem Pet Friendly 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $2,800 | $3,200 |
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Most Pet Friendly Neighborhoods in Salem, MA
There are currently 1483 Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Salem, MA area. Here is today’s list of the top 2 Pet Friendly neighborhoods for Salem Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Pet Rating | Available Units | Median Price |
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North Shore | 4/4 | 692 | $3,500 |
North Salem | 4/4 | 22 | $2,850 |
Pet Friendliest Salem Apartments for Rent
The Salem Apartment community with the highest ApartmentHomeLiving.com Lifestyle Score for Pet Friendliness is River Properties in the North Salem neighborhood with a Pet Friendliness rating of 4 of 4. Mosaic in the Downtown Lynn neighborhood ranks second in Pet Friendliness with a score of 4 of 4. Here is today’s list of the most Pet Friendly Salem apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
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River Properties | 4/4 | North Salem | $2,400 |
Mosaic | 4/4 | Downtown Lynn | $1,895 |
10 Harris St | 3.8/4 | North Salem | $2,300 |
231 Washington Residences | 3.6/4 | Downtown Salem | $3,000 |
The Oxford Lynn | 3.4/4 | Downtown Lynn | $2,050 |
Vavel Apartments | 3.4/4 | South Salem | $3,600 |
Traders Row | 3.2/4 | South Salem | $2,455 |
8 Barton Sq, Unit 1 | 3.2/4 | Downtown Salem | $3,800 |
11 Forrester St, Unit 2 | 3/4 | Salem Neck | $3,800 |
BayView Apartments | 3/4 | North Suburbs Essex | $1,500 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Salem, MA
The lowest priced Salem apartment at a property that allows pets is the 66 Studio Classic Studio Model at BayView Apartments in the East Lynn neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second cheapest Salem Pet Friendly apartment is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at 1 Harbor, which is a 1 Bed starting at $1,800 in the South Salem neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Salem apartments.
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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BayView Apartments | 66 Studio Classic | $1,500 |
1 Harbor | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,800 |
Mosaic | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | $1,895 |
24 Mount Vernon Apartments | Renovated Studio | $2,025 |
River Properties | 205 River Rock Residences | $2,400 |
Hawthorne Commons | The Chestnut | $2,469 |
Folly Hill Meadows | Renovated 1br | $2,500 |
Halstead Salem Station | A1 | $2,675 |
Traders Row | A1B | $2,705 |
Vavel Apartments | A5 | $3,600 |
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Salem Overview
Salem has the feel of a small, compact town. Here, friendly residents celebrate together in the summer and stick together during blustery winters. This town's rich history and placement near Boston makes it a great place for both city commuters and people longing for a quieter life.
Why live in Salem, MA?
Salem has a reputation as a great home for young, energetic people. They come for Salem State University and stay for the creative scene, exciting history, and dynamic local businesses. However, this city also has a lot to offer busy professionals and families. It's close enough to commute to Boston, but decidedly more budget-friendly than the big city. Salem boasts a gorgeous waterfront, numerous museums and galleries, and centuries of history lying around every corner just waiting to be explored. Salem has a magic that turns visitors into residents, and residents into longtime locals.
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Getting Around Salem, MA
Walk Score®
84 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
62 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
34 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Salem Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Salem?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Salem is at BayView Apartments listed at $1,500.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Salem Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Salem is $2,718.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Salem Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Salem is a 10,000 square feet unit starting from $3,200 at 150 Lafayette St, Unit 1.
What is the average size for Salem Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Salem is currently at 1,270 sq ft.
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